We will be alternating between puppets and magic at Burbank Park District
Check the link for more details
Laissez les bons temps rouler - Let The Good Times Roll
Join us for this festive fundraiser leading up to
We hope to raise a glass and wish you the luck of the Irish at the
MDFPA St. Pat’s Party
Learn Magic at the Justice Park District with the Bits and Pieces workshop crew
Sign up for 1 or all 4 classes
We’ll kick the new year off with lessons in magic at
Justice Park District
Join the fun and learn the mystical secrets of magic and showmanship!
Beginning January 7th for 4 weeks, we will host 1 hour magic lessons for the area.
Check the BLOG for details on registration.
Happy New Year!
A new year with new surprise and challenges. We’re ready to get busy!
PENCILS DOWN!
It’s time to turn in your quiz and await the results. Once all quizzes are in we will determine the winner.
Stop by for a visit and share your secret wish with the BIG Guy!
The Jolly Ol’ Elf plans on stopping by to check on all of the good girls and boys!
The Jolly Ol’ Elf plans on stopping by to check on all of the good girls and boys!
Bill Weimer will present a book talk at 2 different locations on separate days.
Bill Weimer at Chicago Magic Lounge
We’re hosting Bill Weimer at his book talk covering his life in the magic bars and clubs of Chicago.
Click for details
We partnered with Our Lady of the Snows Elementary school to offer an after school project on October 29th featuring a puppet - style Sugar Skull.
In honor of Dia de Los Muertos or Day of the Dead, a traditional day of remembrance for dearly departed loved ones, those in attendance fashioned a 3 dimensional paper calavera.
The craft project was conducted by MDFPA with the assistance of the Our Lady of the Snows art teacher Elizabeth Real.
All of life is juggling…. so learn how to do it correctly!
JuGgLiNg WORKSHOP
Andy Head will show you all of the tips and tricks to get your start in learning this fascinating and truly hands-on skill.
It’s WaCkY !!
OLS and a Day at the Opera - Opera In Focus!
A very unique puppetry experience!
Students and staff from Our Lady of the Snows will be treated to a field trip!
A tremendous amount of thanks goes to a number of patrons and supporters who, in part, brought this adventure together.
Registration required through the park district website.
Starts on October 7th for 6 weeks. Pick and choose or attend all 6 sessions.
Check park district calendar for availability.
In honor of Talk Like A Pirate Day
A fun-filled workshop for landlubbers and salty swabs too!
In honor of TALK LIKE A PIRATE DAY
A fun-filled workshop for landlubbers and salty swabs too!
HE’S BAAAAAACK!
If you missed the last Comedy Workshop presented by Rich Purpura, then you’re in luck!
Set sail with us!
Batten down the hatches…
Rich will share his tips & tricks, vast comedic knowledge and some crazy stories as we climb aboard this wacky workshop.
Clearing Library - September 18th
6 - 7pm
Register here: CRUISE SHIP
Read the previous reviews… REVIEWS
Learn something new or sharpen your skills!
MAGIC WORKSHOP
John Measner will present lessons in the magical arts. All supplies included.
Just bring your enthusiasm 🧡
We were given the opportunity to be a part of the Our Lady of the Snows family-fun event.
John Measner Magic Show
In addition to all of the fun games and activities, we will provide a family-friendly magic show .
We hope to see you there 💖
August 17th from 10 - 3
Showtime - 1pm
We will partner with the Garfield Ridge Senior Center for their
featuring
presenting
Join us for a fun-filled evening and learn the nuts and bolts from a true pro in the comedy business!
The Garfield Ridge Satellite Senior Center celebrates MAGIC DAY
compliments of MDFPA
Always a lot of FUN!
In a continuing effort to support our community and raise awareness for the performing arts, we are honored to have been afforded this opportunity.
6th annual event
This has always managed to be a good time shared by great folks who believe in our mission.
Our “thank you” for your generosity since the beginning.
Marc would be totally embarrassed by the amount of love you’ve shown, but would appreciate it just the same. 💖
A 5-day camp for local park district day campers to entwine into their daily schedule.
The public is also welcome, but must register with the library.
They’ll be getting creative with puppets and music and blending them together.
A hands-on workshop featuring various types of magic, plus performance tips for those eager to learn a new skill or rekindle a former hobby
Suited for the more mature individual with the patience to take up this challenging artform
(not difficult, but not for the meek either)
Doors open at 5:00 pm
Consider a donation of non-perishable food items for the library pantry
A 4 part series at Bedford Park Library for the Bedford Park District day campers.
(a private function)
An introduction to the Ventriloquial Arts
Moddy Puppets
Moddy and Friends will present an informative approach to ventriloquism and help you work through the complexities with tips and tricks to master this skill.
Ages 8 - 16
BITS and PIECES WORKSHOPS
The Bits and Pieces name was used to help illustrate all of the small parts that go into a much larger endeavor. Stepping stones to something greater. How one idea connected to another eventually creates a work of art - performing art, since it’s not a static, but a moving masterpiece.
Thom Britton - creator of FreakShow & Tell
will be opening a 3 month run starting June 1st at
Check our website for ticket information and location details. We encourage you to check it out.
Do it in the name of SCIENCE!
